Second Chef
Bath Spa University
Salary undisclosed
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Description
Key Responsibilities
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
- Lead by example and support colleagues to succeed.
- Organise and prioritise a varied workload effectively.
- Deliver excellent customer service and food quality.
- Demonstrate commercial awareness and use resources efficiently.
- Embrace innovation and continuous improvement.
- Communicate confidently and work collaboratively with others.
- Support the development of colleagues through coaching and guidance.
Benefits
The salary range shows the potential maximum pay progression in addition to any annual inflationary increase to your pay. Please note that our default position is to appoint into the lower end of the range, unless there are exceptional circumstances.
Special conditions
- The contract is 5 out of 7 days so a day off may be given in the week in order to work a weekend shift. Due to operational requirements some flexibility of working hours will be required in order to meet business needs. The department can be open 7 days a week and post holders will be required to work on a 5 out of 7 rotating pattern. Covering early mornings, evenings & weekends. Advanced notice will be provided.
- A driving licence is required. Some driving to other units may be needed.
- Annual leave is to be approved by the Head Chef in accordance with the operational needs of the service. Peak business is September to December and several events in July, Annual leave will be limited throughout these periods
- This post is based primarily at Newton Park; the postholder may be required to work at our other campuses.
Staff Benefits
We offer a wide range of great benefits at BSU, including
- Generous pension scheme (Local Government Pension Scheme/Teacher's Pension Scheme). This is a defined benefit pension scheme which pays members a secure income for life, post-retirement
- Enhanced paid leave - 41 - 46 days depending on the role (Full Time) - more details here: https://apphub.bathspa.ac.uk/StaffBenefits
- Family friendly policies including hybrid working, flexible work environment, on-site nursery, and a sector-leading enhanced maternity scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme which offers access to on-demand GP appointments, wellbeing support and advice, and access to counselling
- Transport schemes including Electric Vehicle Scheme and Cycle to Work
- Wide range of discounts and financial benefits, accessed through and easy-to-use app
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Benefits
- Salary Grade 5 - Starting from £30,180 rising to £33,662 per annum The salary range shows the potential maximum pay progression in addition to any annual inflationary increase to your pay. Please note that our default position is to appoint into the lower end of the range, unless there are exceptional circumstances. Special conditions The contract is 5 out of 7 days so a day off may be given in the week in order to work a weekend shift. Due to operational requirements some flexibility of working hours will be required in order to meet business needs. The department can be open 7 days a week and post holders will be required to work on a 5 out of 7 rotating pattern. Covering early mornings, evenings & weekends. Advanced notice will be provided. A driving licence is required. Some driving to other units may be needed. Annual leave is to be approved by the Head Chef in accordance with the operational needs of the service. Peak business is September to December and several events in July, Annual leave will be limited throughout these periods This post is based primarily at Newton Park; the postholder may be required to work at our other campuses. Please note that as of April 2024, there has been a change in the UK’s sponsorship threshold. Regrettably as the salary for this role falls beneath this, you will not be eligible for sponsorship therefore your application will automatically be rejected. Staff Benefits We offer a wide range of great benefits at BSU, including Generous pension scheme (Local Government Pension Scheme/Teacher's Pension Scheme). This is a defined benefit pension scheme which pays members a secure income for life, post-retirement Enhanced paid leave - 41 - 46 days depending on the role (Full Time) - more details here: https://apphub.bathspa.ac.uk/StaffBenefits Family friendly policies including hybrid working, flexible work environment, on-site nursery, and a sector-leading enhanced maternity scheme Employee Assistance Programme which offers access to on-demand GP appointments, wellbeing support and advice, and access to counselling Transport schemes including Electric Vehicle Scheme and Cycle to Work Wide range of discounts and financial benefits, accessed through and easy-to-use app For further details about all our staff benefits, have a look at our rewards page: https://www.bathspa.ac.uk/work-at-bath-spa/rewards-and-benefits/ We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
About this role
Bath Spa University's catering operation is looking for a Second Chef to work within its on-campus kitchens at Newton Park, supporting a diverse range of dining and event services. You'll work closely with the Head Chef across multiple outlets serving students, staff, and visitors, while also handling conferences, weddings, and special events. The role requires you to step in as deputy when needed and maintain high standards around food quality, customer service, and safety across the operation.
This position suits someone with solid culinary skills who is ready to develop leadership capabilities. You'll need to manage varied daily tasks efficiently, coach colleagues, and demonstrate commercial thinking about resource use. The role demands flexibility—you'll work a rotating five-out-of-seven-day schedule covering early mornings, evenings, and weekends, with peak periods from September through December limiting annual leave. A driving licence is essential, as you may travel between Bath Spa's campuses. The salary ranges from £30,180 to £33,662 depending on experience.
Bath Spa offers a defined benefit pension scheme, 41 to 46 days of annual leave, family-friendly policies including flexible working and on-site nursery provision, and access to an Employee Assistance Programme. Note that visa sponsorship is not available for this role due to UK salary thresholds. Early application is encouraged, as the university reviews candidates on a rolling basis and may close the vacancy once sufficient applications are received.
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